US Economy
US consumer spending surged in August, topping estimates and showcasing remarkable resilience despite modest price pressures, according to the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) data released by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) on Friday, September 26, 2025. This stronger-than-anticipated consumer activity, which saw spending rise by 0.6%
Agriculture
In a decisive move poised to reshape the American agricultural landscape, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins announced a substantial $480 million crop purchase program coupled with aggressive new antitrust measures. The announcement, made on September 25, 2025, signals a robust government intervention aimed at bolstering domestic farm incomes,
US Economy
Washington D.C. – September 25, 2025 – The U.S. economy delivered a significant "hot GDP surprise" today, with the Commerce Department reporting a robust upward revision to second-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, now standing at an annualized rate of 3.8%. This marked a notable acceleration from
US Economy
U.S. business activity experienced a notable slowdown for the second consecutive month in September 2025, according to the latest Flash US PMI data. The S&P Global US PMI Composite Output Index, a key gauge of economic health, dipped from 54.6 in August to 53.6, marking
Federal Reserve
Washington D.C., September 17, 2025 – In a widely anticipated move, the Federal Reserve today announced a 0.25 percentage point cut to its benchmark interest rate, setting the new federal funds rate target range at 4.00% to 4.25%. This decision marks a significant pivot in monetary policy,
Economy
The financial world often relies on time-tested indicators to forecast economic shifts, and few are as closely watched as the yield curve. Historically, when short-term government bonds yield more than long-term ones—an "inversion"—it has served as a near-infallible harbinger of recession. Yet, from 2022 through 2024,
US Economy
The robust U.S. labor market, a cornerstone of post-pandemic economic recovery, is finally showing definitive signs of cooling. Recent data indicates a significant moderation in nonfarm payroll figures, accompanied by a slowdown in wage growth. This shift signals a potential rebalancing of supply and demand for labor, with immediate
US Economy
The U.S. economy finds itself at a critical juncture, as signals from The Conference Board's Leading Economic Index (LEI) point toward a sustained period of economic weakening. While the LEI's consistent downward trend has historically preceded recessions, The Conference Board maintains a nuanced outlook, forecasting
Tariffs
The United States economy is currently navigating a treacherous path, caught between an aggressive trade policy involving widespread tariffs and the looming specter of stagflation. A significant escalation in U.S. tariff rates, reaching levels not seen in over a century, is creating a complex interplay of rising consumer prices,
10-year Treasury yield
The U.S. financial markets are currently at a critical juncture, with the stability of the 10-year Treasury yield hovering steadfastly around the 4% mark. This apparent calm in long-term borrowing costs is proving to be a crucial linchpin for the effectiveness of the Federal Reserve's (Fed) anticipated
Financial Markets
A notable capital reallocation is underway in global financial markets, with investors increasingly pulling funds from the United States and channeling them into European equities throughout 2025. This significant shift is primarily driven by the compelling valuation differential between the two regions; European stocks are perceived as significantly undervalued, offering
US Economy
The American economy is currently caught in a perplexing paradox: while the nation's stock market soars to unprecedented heights, a deep-seated pessimism pervades the sentiment of the average U.S. consumer regarding future economic conditions. This stark disconnect presents a formidable challenge for policymakers, investors, and businesses alike,